One-Pan Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew
A warming stew featuring tender sweet potatoes and spiced chickpeas in a rich tomato broth, perfect for a comforting vegan meal. This mediterranean-inspired vegan (vegan, gluten free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 medium (about 1 lb), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp, fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes, 14 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juices), 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, and 2 cups vegetable broth. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
- Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Pan Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved it! So easy and flavorful, exactly what I needed for a quick vegan dinner.
- ★★★★★
This was a hit with my family! The spices were perfect and the sweet potatoes melted in my mouth.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, but the stew was a bit bland without adding extra cumin. Still, very tasty.
